Sans Superellipse Akre 4 is a regular weight, normal width, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Hydrargyrum' by Type Minds and 'AM Sans One' by URW Type Foundry (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: ui, branding, signage, packaging, headlines, techy, clean, modern, utilitarian, friendly, modernization, legibility, system feel, approachability, rounded corners, boxy curves, squared bowls, open apertures, geometric.
A geometric sans built from squared-off curves and superellipse-like rounding, producing a compact, engineered silhouette. Strokes are monoline and steady, with generous corner radii that soften otherwise rectilinear forms. Counters tend toward rounded-rectangle shapes, and curves transition into straights with crisp, controlled joins. The rhythm is even and orderly, with slightly condensed-feeling shapes in some letters and a clear, sturdy numeral set.
This font suits user interfaces, dashboards, and app/website typography where clarity and consistency are key. Its squared-round geometry also works well for contemporary branding, product packaging, and wayfinding/signage, and it holds up nicely in short headlines and display lines.
The overall tone feels contemporary and technical, like interface typography that aims to be efficient but not cold. Rounded corners add approachability and a subtly playful edge while keeping a disciplined, modular character.
The design appears intended to blend geometric precision with softened corners, offering a modern sans that feels engineered yet approachable. Its consistent stroke behavior and rounded-rect counter shapes suggest a focus on clean rendering and a distinct, system-like identity.
Uppercase forms read particularly structured, while lowercase introduces more variation in widths and silhouettes, helping text feel less rigid. Several glyphs emphasize open, simplified shapes and squared terminals, reinforcing a functional, screen-friendly impression.